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Why is Trump in Scotland?

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Trump is in Scotland to visit his golf courses, play golf, and host trade talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. His visit coincides with protests and the upcoming opening of a new golf course.

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Protesters in Scotland take to the streets to decry Trump's visit

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  • Protesters in Aberdeen and Edinburgh voiced opposition to Trump's visit.
  • Demonstrators criticized Trump and expressed support for American democracy. 21s
  • Trump is in Scotland for the opening of a golf course and leisure activities. 49s
  • Trump is scheduled to discuss trade with UK and EU leaders. 1m 2s
  • Negotiations with the EU continue, with hopes to refine a previous deal. 1m 33s
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Protesters in Scotland take to the streets to decry Trump's visit
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France 24
5 hours ago
Protesters in Scotland take to the streets to decry Trump's visit

The US president is in Scotland as he prepares for the August opening of a golf course bearing his name. He is also set to talk trade with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission Chief Ursula von der Leyen.

Demonstrators protest Trump's visit to Scotland
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CBS News
21 hours ago
Demonstrators protest Trump's visit to Scotland

President Trump did not have any public events on his schedule today here in Scotland as he prepares for trade talks with a major U.S. trading partner.

Trump tees off in Scotland amid nationwide protests
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Euronews
1 day ago
Trump tees off in Scotland amid nationwide protests

While in Scotland, Trump is set to talk trade with Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Trump tackles trade on Scotland trip
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CBS News
1 day ago
Trump tackles trade on Scotland trip

He will be hosting trade talks with the President of the European Union, Ursula von der Leyen, and UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his golf resorts in Turnberry and Aberdeen.

Trump warns Europe against immigration as he arrives in Scotland
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Africanews
1 day ago
Trump warns Europe against immigration as he arrives in Scotland

He's in Britain on a private trip to tour his golf courses, but on Monday will hold bilateral talks on a trade deal with the European Union.

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